It was a passage definitely written by me but when? issues that are important to our island home. Performances by:Kawikapuokalani Hewett, Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo & Streelight Cadence. 165 subscribers Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo perform Ku'u Home O Kahalu'u. He is currently a member of the N Hk Hanohano Award winning group Hiikua and has recorded with Napua Greig, Raiatea Helm, Natalie Ai Kamauu, and Pilioha. Enjoy this magical performance with Jerry Santos, Kamuel. Participants are invited to play along with their instruments in a laid-back, kanikapila style while also having the opportunity to learn about Santos process for composing music. When PBS Hawaii asked Jerry Santos to perform on a second Na Mele, he saw it as an opportunity. He Today. life. Your email address will not be published. His work has been recognized by the Hawaii musical community with numerous awards. KAMUELA KIMOKEOKamuela Kimokeo started playing music professionally with his Dad in Waikiki at the age of 14 and mentored by some of Hawaii's great musicians. Whether performing as a soloist, or with his group Olomana, Jerry Santos generates music from the heart with Aloha! Included among them are: male vocalist of the year for both traditional and contemporary Hawaiian music; a composers award for his composition Come to Me Gently; in 2008, along with his Olomana partners, the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award; and in 2012, again with his Olomana partners, he was inducted into the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame. They topped off the first half with three more beautiful love songs in English In Your Hawaiian Way,Maanei Mai Oe, andE Kuulei E Kuuipo. Honolulu Magazine named Olomanas first recording, Okay, I not bothering anybody! Jerry is a master of moolelo; his stories are colorful, fascinating and endless. singer/songwriter Jerry Santos has been a familiar presence on the Hawaii music scene for almost four decades. Jerry On a new Na Mele, Jerry Santos, accompanied by Kamuela Kimokeo and Hoku Zuttermeister, will share his mele and his thoughts of home. Jerry attended Kaneohe Over the years he has had the opportunity, as a soloist or with Olomana, to perform his music all over Hawaii, the continental USA, Canada, Japan and other Pacific Island Nations. Contact Us He is the head of the Music Department at Windward Community College where he teaches a variety of classes from ukulele to music theory and history. Garden Island Arts Council programs are supported in part by the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts through appropriations from the Hawaii State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts. By participating in online discussions you 2019, Waikiki Aquarium, Waikiki Aquarium, 96815, United States, Hawaii. If the problem persists contact Customer Support. his first talent show. It also helped us to understand the catchy rhythm of the song and why they sing it with that guttural Gabby Pahinui growl. In the same mood, the duo got into the catchy rhythm ofTewe Tewe; IhiIhi Kanealii came up to dance her sit-down hula and it doesnt take a long explanation to show that this was a fun but naughty song. Numerous island artists including The Brothers Cazimero, Na Leo Pilimehana, Hapa, Don Ho, Melveen Leed, The Hui Ohana and Henry Kapono, have recorded his compositions. Learn more about the full cast of Na Mele: Jerry Santos with news, photos, videos and more at TV Guide His music allowed him to play for the President of Tahiti and at Barack Obama's Inaugural Ball in Washington DC. Poai Galindo and Sabra Kauka did not miss the opportunity to dance to this favorite hula song. Mele & Moolelo moment: Kamuela Kimokeo and Jerry Santos with guest Gavin Kaina perform "The Auctioneer". Jerrys close friend and mentor, Emma captured in the lyrics of her song the importance of making and giving leis as it carries significant meaning for the giver and receiver of the lei. MyUH Each `ukulele is finely handcrafted using the highest grade, well-seasoned wood and scaled to produce a perfect intonation. From his first solo professional gig at the age of 18, Jerry has gone on to establish himself as a singer and song writer. Top 50 Albums of all time and Jerrys signature song Kuu The Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concert Series returned to the Waikiki Aquarium on Thursday with performances by Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo, and Streetlight Cadence. His in-house program for the students and the community is similar to EKK where he exposes the learners to many of Hawaiis musical resources, including Jerry Santos. He is also the driving force behind the Hawaiian Music Certificate Kaohekani. Kamuela Kimokeo started playing music professionally with his Dad in Waikiki at the age of 14 and mentored by some of Hawaii's great musicians. In this play along, kanikapila talkstory-style event, Jerry Santos will be sharing some new, never recorded original compositions and sharing his manao on his process for composing music. Tickets are available via Brown Paper Tickets. blending Hawaiian music with contemporary rhythms. Besides his musical contributions, Jerry has also added his voice to the need for water conservation and over the years his television and radio commercials have become very familiar to listeners, urging them to E malama i ka wai, cherish the water. to the web site of Jerry Santos and Olomana. For more information, contact Kimokeo at (808) 236-9131 or email kamuelam@hawaii.edu. friends, check-out our music, view our scrap book of memories On Feb. 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the audience may expect an evening of Hawaiian mele from two Na Hoku Hanohano Award winners, Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo. As a recording artist he played an original composition on the Grammy Nominated and N Hk Hanohano Award winning guitar album, Slack Key Kings Vol. an award that acknowledges a performers contributions to Abby Kong and Johnny Noble commemorated the installation of electricity at Kaneohe tied in with a delightful love affair in windward Oahu. He discovered that residents were placing little solar lights near the tombstones that gathered sun energy all day and started popping up as the sun went down. Are you an event organizer? Directory www.slackkeyfest.com. Like most island children, music was always a part of everyday family questions or comments: 59 Views - 09/08/2019 Last update concerts culture food family 2777 Kalakaua Avenue. Besides his musical contributions, Jerry has also added his voice to the need for water conservation and over the years his television and radio commercials have become very familiar to listeners, urging them to E malama i ka wai, cherish the water. Na Mele series, K-5s Hot Hawaiian Nights, As a founding member and lead singer of the legendary group, Olomana, Jerry helped to create a unique and easily recognizable musical style, blending Hawaiian music with contemporary rhythms. To request Jerry Santos and/or Olomana to play at a function please send an email to Jerry@OlomanaMusic.com with the following information: Name, phone number and e-mail of the requesting party Date (mm/dd/yy), time, location and nature of the requested performance Special requests, considerations, or requirements Mahalo! First weekend in March, join us for an evening" CDs/Tapes. About Audience applause was tangible evidence that everyone appreciated the music. Info atwww.gardenislandarts.org Celebrating 43 years of bringing ARTS to the people and people to the ARTS. Ive been there and luckily experienced Aunty Genoa singing with Jerry on more than one occasion. Pinterest. KITVs Mixed Plate in Portugal and Mixed CDs/Tapes. Schools and has attended The University of Hawaii and Kapiolani If required, information contained on this website can be made available in an alternative format upon request. whenever the opportunity presented itself. He has appeared in videos for the Honolulu Board His Mom shared that he has marked his Mondays on his calendar with EKK because he loves learning new songs in the ukulele circle. her people. After a few years of playing the clubs in Honolulu and a brief stint in California, he returned home to team up with Robert Beaumont in1974 to form the group Olomana. About Olomana Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo perform Ku'u Home O Kahalu'u. The great part of keeping the same venue is that whenever folks are in Honolulu, they know which night to go where to catch Jerrys Music. I going home now! Scrap Book Songwriter, composer, pianist and singer Bob Nelson, who stood taller than anyone else, was also a frequent visitor to Jerrys regular gigs. There are no TV Airings of Na Mele: Jerry Santos in the next 14 days. She wielded her sword and cut to the chase. Dr. Kamuela Kimokeo is a member of the N Hku Hanohano award winning group Hiikua and is the head of the Music Department at Windward Community College where he teaches a variety of classes from 'ukulele to music theory and history. For more infomation about HMI contact Kamuela at:kamuelam@hawaii.edu808-236-9131, 45-720 Keaahala Rd., Kneohe HI 96744 phone: 808-235-7400 fax: 808-247-5362, 2023 Windward Community College In the 1950s many families moved to windward Oahu, far away from the frantic crowded Honolulu scene. 'Ano'ai Growing up with the backdrop of Koolaupoko, Kamuela loves living in Kaneohe. In a few seconds, Jerry and I will fade away into the background and disappear . Kamahao must have quite a repertoire of falsetto songs as tonight he sangWaialaeandWaikoloa. team up with Robert Beaumont in1974 to form the group Olomana. Jerry Santos & Kamuela Kimokeo July 16, 2015 @ 5:30 PM - 8:30 . to all parts of Hawaii from Kahoolawe to Kalaupapa, from to the need for water conservation and over the years his television and Kamuela at Disney's Aulani Hotel, Home Scrap Book The Kamoa ukulele was won by one elated Sandy Menasche who lives part-time in Princeville and part time in Washington state. Aug 7, 2013 - Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo with hula dancer Nalani Badua-Fernandezat the Made in Hawai'i Festival, August 20, 2010. Hawaii Alohaonce again brought the evening to a close with all joining hands and singing together. What a combination and what a performance as they opened with a multi- pronged medley that took the audience on a journey of songs that layered lyrics and melodies that we all shared through many years and many locations throughout Hawaii. Jerry first appeared on Na Mele in 1999. Mele & Moolelo: a Kanilea Ukulele intimate concert series presents a legend and a legend in the making.Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo. He performs Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Kauai Beach Resort. Doors open at 5:30pm, and the concerts begin at 7pm although we encourage guests to explore the Aquarium galleries that remain open throughout the evening. 3137 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue, HI 96766 Telephone: (808) 245-3681, Obituaries for Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Kauai doctor treats Ukraine artillery victims, Happy Camper for Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Contributed. me ke aloha. I got home with my usual Monday night exhaustion and passed out to deep sleep immediately, but surprise! Share an evening hosted by WCC Music Instructor Kamuela Kimokeo and featuring Jerry Santos. He started with the ukulele and by the 4th grade; he had won His work has been recognized by the Hawaii musical community with numerous awards. the privilege of appearing and recording with artists like The Makaha for your continued support. Audience participation is always a treat at EKK; when Jerry spotted his long-time friend, the fabulous Lady Ipo dancing the hula, he quickly ventured, You like sing one song for us? Lady Ipo joined them on the stage and jumped right into the action withThe Breeze and Iin her relaxed bluesy style. This event feat. He was mentored by some of Hawaiis great musicians. . The youngest in a family of nine children he was born and raised on the windward side of O'ahu. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., the musicians take to the stage, and its show time, with lots of talk story. Best known for his work in the musical group Olomana, singer/songwriter Jerry Santos has been a familiar presence on the Hawaii music scene for almost four decades. Community College. Guests included Blayne Asing, Alx Kawakami, Jerry Santos, Kamuela Kimokeo and Starr Kalahiki. An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution, Ike Kaiulu: Community Engagement Program, Student Right to Know/Consumer Information, An Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Institution, Computer, Tablet (iPad, Galaxy, etc.) All through his formative years, he sang All EKK events are open to the public. For their final number, they shared a song of love and appreciation which was taught to the ukulele circle Ka Nai Aupuni. | About Olomana | About Another audience participation treat was in store for all as Kamuela and Jerry started talking about having seen a young Kauai singer on Facebook performing on the stage with other heavy hitters such as Na Palapalai. Jerry asked, You like come up and sing with us? inviting young Kamahao Haumea-Thronas who has become an EKK regular. . Jerry has also had the privilege of appearing and recording with artists like The . Project KULEANA assembled a fantastic slate of musicians to create a musical montage of artists sharing their love of this place called home. Foundations Flowing to The Sea. or just wala'au (talk story) with us via e-mail. Whether performing as a soloist, or with his group Olomana, Jerry is firmly rooted as one of Hawaiis most beloved and iconic recording artists who generates music from the heart with Aloha! Other Notes with Ron Jocobs and PBSs Hawaiian Pretty awesome. About The importance of sharing between the generations and having respect for our home and our people has played an important role in carrying the music to all parts of Hawaii from Kahoolawe to Kalaupapa, from Hawaii to Kauai. Lady Ipo and Vern Kauanui also shared the hula. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. out our Shows/Bookings page about As a recording artist he was part of the Grammy Nominated and Hk award winning guitar album Slack Key Kings Vol. Henry Kapono, have recorded his compositions. Hawaii to Kauai. Please try again. Oct 28, 2015 - Medley with Come to Me Gently; 'Imi Au Ia 'Oe; Wailana; Remember, Be Sure and Be There -- With Kamuela Kimokeo at the Made in Hawai'i Festival August 20, 2010. 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